For active people, Mother Lode River Center is a premier destination that delivers an exceptional and innovative connection to nature because only Mother Lode creates experiences that combine adventure, education and stewardship. Whether you are interested in whitewater rafting, a challenge ropes course, zip-lining, outdoor education programs or sustainable practices, Mother Lode River Center continues to serve as an industry leader in safety and conservation. Conveniently located in the beautiful Sierra foothills between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe, Mother Lode River Center established one of the original and most beautiful whitewater rafting camps on the West Coast in the 1970′s.